For many couples going through a divorce or legal separation, alimony, also known as spousal support in California, is a highly contested...

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No matter your sex, age, or occupation, separating from an abusive partner is one of the most difficult things you can do in your life.

There are two types of legal custody—sole legal custody and joint legal custody. “Sole legal custody” means that one parent will have the...

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On April 24th, Honorable Judge Michael Carrozzo, Santa Barbara County Superior Court Presiding Judge, issued a General Order re:...

Honorable Kent M. Kellegrew, Presiding Judge of Ventura County Superior Court, issued a new Administrative Order re: Implementation of...

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Learn how recently issued orders amidst the COVID-19 crisis affect your child custody and visitation case in Santa Barbara County.

Learn how recently issued orders amidst the COVID-19 crisis affect your child custody and visitation case in Ventura County.